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Moroxite and Piemontite Physical Properties


Piemontite and Moroxite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26   
Not Available   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Splintery   

Cleavage
Not Available   
[001] good, [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

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Moroxite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite and Piemontite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Moroxite and Piemontite chemical formula.

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Moroxite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moroxite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moroxite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moroxite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.

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